Interpreter Services

We provide interpretation free of charge to our patients and families who feel that they need help communicating in English. Our medical interpreters are trained and/or certified to interpret your questions and comments, as well as the information provided by your child's healthcare providers. We do not allow relatives to provide interpretation because they may not have the technical knowledge required to interpret medical information. Interpreter service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Please tell us if you would like an interpreter when you schedule your child's visit. We will schedule an interpreter to be available in person or by phone or video during your appointment.

To call Seattle Children's using a toll-free telephone interpreting service, dial 866-583-1527. The interpreter will connect you with the operator at Children's and will remain on the line to interpret for you throughout the call. Please tell the interpreter the name and number of the person you would like to speak with. This number is not for a medical emergency. For a medical emergency, call 911.

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Seattle Children’s provides healthcare without regard to race, color, religion (creed), sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin (ancestry) or disability. Financial assistance for medically necessary services is based on family income and hospital resources and is provided to children under age 21 whose primary residence is in Washington, Alaska, Montana or Idaho.